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Deutsches Museum
One of the world's largest science and technology museums, with extensive interactive exhibits on engineering, transport, physics, and aviation.
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt South station to Munich Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt South station to Munich Hbf will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt South station to Munich Hbf without transferring at least once.
4603 · ICE 581
4603 · ICE 523
4627 · ICE 727
4631 · ICE 821
4629 · ICE 729
15551 · ICE 629
4603 · ICE 523
4607 · ICE 527
4611 · ICE 621
4621 · ICE 721Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt South station to Munich Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $160.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $227 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt South station to Munich Hbf:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt South station to Munich Hbf costing on average $55 (€45).
A bus is $198 (€162) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt South station to Munich Hbf costing on average $227 (€186).
Other travel options to Munich Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
Tickets start at around $55 (€45) compared to roughly $19 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.07 (€-29.52). The journey takes 3h 44m versus 3h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt South station to Munich Hbf trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1015+ 24399 | Delayed 7:40 PM 7:57 PMFrankfurt South station | 3h44 | 11:41 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4631 · ICE 821 | On time 8:41 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h37 | 12:18 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
S6 · ICE 827 | On time 4:33 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h40 | 8:13 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 521 | On time 5:33 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h40 | 9:13 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4503 · ICE 275 · ICE 511 | On time 6:30 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h02 | 10:32 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4603 · ICE 523 | 6:41 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h31 | 10:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4603 · ICE 581 | 6:41 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h08 | 10:49 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24310+ ICE 571 · ICE 267 | 6:55 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h07 | 11:02 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4507 · ICE 525 | 7:36 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h36 | 11:12 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4642 · ICE 117 | On time 7:53 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h17 | 12:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24318+ ICE 913 · ICE 117 | On time 7:57 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h13 | 12:10 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4607 · ICE 527 | 8:41 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h31 | 12:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15513 · ICE 573 · ICE 563 | On time 9:04 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h51 | 12:55 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 2583 | On time 9:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h05 | 1:33 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4609 · ICE 529 | 9:36 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h36 | 1:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4609 · ICE 785 | 9:36 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h14 | 1:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4611 · ICE 621 | On time 10:41 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h31 | 2:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 595 | On time 11:28 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h46 | 3:14 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4613 · ICE 787 | On time 11:36 AM Frankfurt South station | 4h14 | 3:50 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4613 · ICE 623 | On time 11:36 AM Frankfurt South station | 3h36 | 3:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4519 · ICE 371 · ICE 517 | On time 12:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h01 | 4:29 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4615 · ICE 625 | On time 12:41 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h32 | 4:13 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15521 · ICE 577 · ICE 567 | 1:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h51 | 4:56 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 597 | On time 1:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h53 | 5:21 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4617 · ICE 627 | On time 1:36 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h37 | 5:13 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4617 · ICE 789 | On time 1:36 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h13 | 5:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S6 · ICE 1095 | On time 1:48 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h22 | 6:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24342+ ICE 919 · ICE 1095 | On time 1:57 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h13 | 6:10 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
15551 · ICE 629 | On time 2:43 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h29 | 6:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15525 · ICE 579 · ICE 569 | 3:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h44 | 6:49 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 599 | On time 3:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h44 | 7:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4621 · ICE 721 | 3:41 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h31 | 7:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24352+ ICE 1011 | On time 3:57 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h44 | 7:41 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4623 · ICE 723 | 4:41 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h32 | 8:13 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
15529 · ICE 771 · ICE 1069 | On time 5:05 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h51 | 8:56 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 691 | On time 5:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h47 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4625 · ICE 725 | 5:41 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h35 | 9:16 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24358+ ICE 1013 | On time 5:57 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h43 | 9:40 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S3 · ICE 377 · ICE 613 | 6:28 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h01 | 10:29 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4627 · ICE 727 | 6:41 PM Frankfurt South station | 4h04 | 10:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4629 · ICE 729 | 7:36 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h39 | 11:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
24364+ ICE 1015 | On time 7:57 PM Frankfurt South station | 3h44 | 11:41 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Frankfurt South station to Munich Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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One of the world's largest science and technology museums, with extensive interactive exhibits on engineering, transport, physics, and aviation.
Major Old Masters gallery featuring European paintings from the 14th to 18th centuries, including works by Durer, Rubens, and Raphael.
Large modern and contemporary art museum combining art, design, architecture, and graphic collections in one landmark building.
One of the world's largest urban parks, famous for long walks, river surfing viewpoints, and open green space.
Historic central market area popular for atmosphere, local specialties, and people-watching, even if you are not shopping.
Elegant square framed by major historic buildings, a key stop on central walks through old Munich.
Traditional Munich veal sausages gently heated and served with sweet mustard and a pretzel. A classic Bavarian late-morning specialty strongly associated with the city.
The iconic Bavarian pretzel with a dark crust and soft center. It is a daily staple in Munich, often eaten with beer, sausage, or Obatzda.
A Bavarian beer-cheese spread made from camembert, butter, paprika, and onion, usually served with bread or pretzels in beer halls and gardens.
Refined fine-dining restaurant in Munich known for modern tasting menus, elegant service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Long-established central restaurant known for reliable Bavarian standards, wood-paneled rooms, and fresh Augustiner beer from wooden barrels.
Well-known traditional Bavarian restaurant near the old town, popular for roast pork, dumplings, and excellent regional beer.
Prices are high by German standards, especially near the station. Budget food is manageable, but hotels and sit-down dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up in taxis; small tips are optional in cafes.
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